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China’s tech ecosystem serves as a driving force behind the world’s second largest economy, influencing global digital markets.

China

Explore East Asia’s thriving tech hubs, global electronics producers, and fast-evolving digital platforms shaping cross-border innovation.

East Asia

Huawei, a global telecom and smartphone vendor, delivers networking equipment, 5G solutions, and consumer devices integrating cutting-edge tech.

What fits the world in your pocket? Track device innovation, OS ecosystems, and connectivity shaping smartphone usage.

Smartphones

The disclosure comes as Huawei regains the top spot on a full-year basis in mainland China’s smartphone market.

Huawei nears record revenue amid ongoing US export controls

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T. K. Lin

Photo of Wang Xingxing, founder of Unitree Robotics.

What lies beyond familiar frontiers? Investigate emerging tech—like quantum computing and AI—transforming traditional sectors.

Deep Tech

Embodied Intelligence

How does automation advance industry? Analyze robotic arms, drones, and AI-driven tools reshaping manufacturing and services.

Robotics

Founder Wang Xingxing reflects on deploying robots at the Lunar New Year gala and outlines Unitree’s next steps.

After this year’s gala spectacle, where is Unitree Robotics headed?

Cheng Zi is based in China, covering technology- and business-related events. She works with her colleagues at 36Kr Global to provide coverage in both English and Chinese.

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Cheng Zi

How do markets shape wealth creation? Study portfolio diversification, asset classes, and strategies balancing growth and risk.

Investment

When do companies invite public investment? Understand listing criteria, underwriter roles, and regulatory steps defining initial offerings.

Why do firms join forces? Investigate synergy goals, valuation methods, and negotiations driving corporate consolidation.

Merger &amp; Acquisition

What happens after acquisitions close? Examine deal structures, operational improvements, and exit strategies molding corporate outcomes.

Private Equity

What fuels startup ecosystems? Review funding rounds, investor strategies, and market insights guiding entrepreneurial growth.

Venture Capital

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Malaysia

Oceania

Singapore

Southeast Asia

Bringing you the latest updates on funding and investment activity across the Asia Pacific.

Deals in brief: Eezee and Diaflow raise funding, VentureTech backs two Malaysian firms, DBS launches AI-focused IPO fund with Granite Asia, and more

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Sudo Lim

NetEase, a Chinese Internet services firm, offers online gaming, music streaming, and e-commerce platforms, engaging millions of digital users.

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ByteDance, a Chinese internet company, uses machine learning to recommend engaging videos, news, and social content (via TikTok and Douyin).

Tencent, a Chinese tech conglomerate, invests in gaming, social media, and cloud services, supporting entertainment and connectivity worldwide.

How does interactive entertainment evolve? Assess gaming ecosystems, esports growth, and technology enhancing virtual play.

Gaming

The market long dominated by Tencent has a disrupter now.

Opinion | Five reasons why ByteDance might become the next gaming giant

Wency Chen is a reporter KrASIA based in Beijing, covering tech innovations in&amp;beyond the Greater China Area. Previously, she studied at Columbia Journalism School and reported on art exhibits, New York public school systems, LGBTQ+ rights, and Asian immigrants. She is also an enthusiastic reader, a diehard fan of indie rock and spicy hot pot, as well as a to-be filmmaker (Let’s see). Follow her on Twitter: @ChenWQ45 Tips go to: wency@kr-asia.com

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Alibaba, China’s e-commerce giant, operates online retail marketplaces, cloud computing services, and digital payment networks across Asia and beyond.

What sets the bar for convenience? Examine on-demand platforms, subscription models, and personalization transforming consumer expectations.

Consumer Economy

How do clicks replace aisles? Explore global marketplaces, payment solutions, and technology accelerating online retail’s growth.

E-commerce

Alibaba fundraising paves way for USD 15 billion fundraising by China tech titans.

JD.com, Baidu, NetEase, and others weigh Hong Kong listings

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It is about life, death, and freedom for the average Chinese technology worker.

Year-end review: The top three anxieties for China's tech workers in 2019

Year-end review: The top three anxieties for China&#8217;s tech workers in 2019

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Song Jingli

Tencent and Huawei’s cloud gaming efforts demand massive speed and bandwidth that 5G is ready to provide.

China hopes cloud gaming will spur demand for 5G

The game publisher has also been criticized by many Chinese netizens.

Ill former NetEase employee sues the company for 'unfair termination,’ seeking USD 88,000 compensation 

Ill former NetEase employee sues the company for &#8216;unfair termination,’ seeking USD 88,000 compensation 

What entertains a connected world? Track shifts in film, music, and media consumption, as platforms and audiences redefine cultural experiences.

Entertainment

The lawsuit is related to hundreds of songs by the popular Chinese singer Jay Chou.

Tencent Music wins copyright lawsuit against Alibaba-backed NetEase Cloud Music

Youdao's share prices plunged 26% in its first day of trading.

NetEase mulls IPO for its Cloud Music platform, following Youdao’s footstep

Nearly one-fifth of the job postings in this city are looking for skilled technologists.

Alibaba’s home Hangzhou wants to become the new Chinese hub for tech workers

Only 5% of China’s online education businesses for pre-college students are profitable, according to one estimate.

NetEase e-learning unit slashes New York IPO target to avoid fate of rival Chinese online education platforms

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